US Bridges

S.H. 80 over Flower Creek

Fair

Cherokee County, Oklahoma · 2.9 MI N Muskogee Cl · Structure no. 134550000000000

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
54 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
690
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 80 over Flower Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 80 over Flower Creek in Cherokee County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older than the Oklahoma average of 47.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 690 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,104 by 2042. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.1 mi (63 km).

Location

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CarriesS.H. 80
CrossesFlower Creek
Location2.9 MI N Muskogee Cl
RouteState Highway 80
CountyCherokee County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.84705, -95.23124
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic690 (2022)
Projected traffic1,104 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.1 mi (63 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$831,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 80 over Flower Creek built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 80 over Flower Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.

How much traffic does S.H. 80 over Flower Creek carry?

About 690 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 80 over Flower Creek?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns S.H. 80 over Flower Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.